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BD55 HHX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,167 mi
Last recorded84,167 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 HHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 84,167 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 77,829 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 77,829 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 70,868 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 64,963 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 60,122 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 60,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 57,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 53,624 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 50,456 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 50,003 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 46,425 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 42,574 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 39,515 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 39,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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BD55 HHX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD55 HHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD55 HHX registered?

BD55 HHX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is BD55 HHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 HHX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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